ISSN 2756-3308
Research Article
African Journal of Estate and Property Management ISSN: 2756-3308 Vol. 13 (1), pp. 001-007, January, 20235. Available online at www.internationalscholarsjournals.org © International Scholars Journals
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Challenges Hindering the Success of Community Development Initiatives in Ilesa
Toyobo A. Emmanuel1 and Muili A. B.2
1,2Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, P.M.B. 4000, Ogbomoso Oyo State.
Accepted 19 August, 2024
Abstract
The rapid growth of urban population in developing countries led to a corresponding increase in the demand for basic urban services. Community members generally participate in development projects because of the realization that contemporary governments can no longer single handedly meet most of these community needs. In view of the above, this study was aimed to examine the efforts of Community Base Organisations (CBOs) in urban development projects using Ilesa as a case study. The study also identified and classified the different projects embarked upon by the CBOs, the cost of projects and their mode of financing and problems. The list of CBOs was collected from the Community Development Officer of Ilesa Local Government,the Senior Cooperative Officer of Ministry of Trades and Cooperatives Secretary, Council of Ijesa society’s and field observation. Primary data were collected from questionnaire survey of ninety-seven CBOs selected randomly and another questionnaire directed to key officials of Ilesa Local Government to determine the level of involvement of the private sector in the provision and maintenance of some services, which are exclusive functions of the Local Government. The data were analysed using simple statistical techniques in form of frequency tables. The study shows that CBOs actually financed and executed development projects based on the financial capabilities of the organizations. CBOs were also faced with certain constraints such as inadequate of fund, lack of man power, absence of favoured government policies. The study further shows that CBOs do not embark on capital-intensive ventures and they do not finance and/or execute any project in partnership with Ilesa Local Government. In view of the findings, recommendations were proffered on how the constraints militating against the effectiveness of community projects can be solved. These include the financial base of CBOs, co- ordination in the location of projects, research and feasibility studies, orientation programme, coupled with cordial relationship between the CBOs and Ilesa Local Government.
Key words: Community, projects, evaluation, constraints and sustainability.
Toyobo A. Emmanuel, Muili A. B.
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Research Article
African Journal of Estate and Property Management ISSN: 2756-3308 Vol. 12 (3), pp. 001-008, March, 2024. Available online at www.internationalscholarsjournals.org © International Scholars Journals
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Study of gully erosion in urban areas of Southwestern Nigeria
Ibitoye, M. O.1, Ekanade, O.1, Jeje, L. K. 1, O. O. Awotoye2 and Eludoyin, A. O1*
1Department of Geography, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria
2Ecology and Environmental Studies, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria.
Accepted 11 December, 2023
Abstract
This study was carried out in one of the local government areas in the southwestern part of Nigeria. Its aim is to highlight the causes and characteristics of gullies, and their effects in the area. Gullies in the local government headquarter; the most developed area, and three other rural areas; with varying degree of rurality were studied. Measurements were done in the dry season, at intervals of 10 m (less where gully length was shorter than 20 m) using convectional surveying equipments. Mean gully depths measured at gully shoulders were obtained at the beginning, middle and end of cross-sections. A total of 14 gullies were studied; 8 at Ode Irele (LGA Hq), 4 at Akotogbo, and 1 each from Ajagba and Lipanu. The gullies at Ode-Irele were significantly different from others, especially in terms of the length and width (p< 0.05). In addition while Order 1 gully system dominated study area, an Order 3 and two Order 2 gullies were cited in Ode – Irele. The study concluded that unsustainable development is a complementary agent of erosion in the built up area, in addition to the soil characteristics that has been identified by similar study in the southeastern Nigeria. The study attributed the aggravation of gully process in built – up environments.
Key words: Characterization, gully, local administrative headquarter, sustainable development, soil charac-teristics, Nigeria.
Ibitoye M. O., Ekanade, O., Jeje, L. K., Awotoye O. O., Eludoyin, A. O
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Review
African Journal of Estate and Property Management ISSN: 2756-3308 Vol. 12 (2), pp. 001-013, February, 2024. Available online at www.internationalscholarsjournals.org © International Scholars Journals
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Exploring the winds of change: An examination of socio-cultural factors impacting market access in Zaria, Nigeria
Mohammed–Bello Yunusa
Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Ahmadu Bello University, Samaru – Zaria, Nigeria. E-mail:
[email protected].
Accepted 9 December, 2023
Abstract
This paper examines the relationship between urban governance structures, traders and their organisation in accessing a place to sell as well as the traders’ role in market management and provisioning. The report further analysed female economic activities and space. The female economic activities basically remain within the household compound spaces in keeping with restricted contact between men and women as dictated by Islamic and cultural codes of conduct that defines public and private space for males and females in a predominantly Hausa Fulani Islamic communities. The report notes that the intensifying female economic activities in household spaces are linked to the market space without demanding for a place.
Key words: Governance, gender, market, reform, urban management, access, redevelopment.
Mohammed–Bello Yunusa
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Research Article
African Journal of Estate and Property Management ISSN: 2756-3308 Vol. 12 (1), pp. 001-007, January, 2024. Available online at www.internationalscholarsjournals.org © International Scholars Journals
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Factors impeding the progress of community development efforts in Ilesa
Toyobo A. Emmanuel1 and Muili A. B.2
1,2Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, P.M.B. 4000, Ogbomoso Oyo State, Nigeria.
Accepted 22 October, 2023
Abstract
The rapid growth of urban population in developing countries led to a corresponding increase in the demand for basic urban services. Community members generally participate in development projects because of the realization that contemporary governments can no longer single handedly meet most of these community needs. In view of the above, this study was aimed to examine the efforts of Community Base Organisations (CBOs) in urban development projects using Ilesa as a case study. The study also identified and classified the different projects embarked upon by the CBOs, the cost of projects and their mode of financing and problems. The list of CBOs was collected from the Community Development Officer of Ilesa Local Government,the Senior Cooperative Officer of Ministry of Trades and Cooperatives Secretary, Council of Ijesa society’s and field observation. Primary data were collected from questionnaire survey of ninety-seven CBOs selected randomly and another questionnaire directed to key officials of Ilesa Local Government to determine the level of involvement of the private sector in the provision and maintenance of some services, which are exclusive functions of the Local Government. The data were analysed using simple statistical techniques in form of frequency tables. The study shows that CBOs actually financed and executed development projects based on the financial capabilities of the organizations. CBOs were also faced with certain constraints such as inadequate of fund, lack of man power, absence of favoured government policies. The study further shows that CBOs do not embark on capital-intensive ventures and they do not finance and/or execute any project in partnership with Ilesa Local Government. In view of the findings, recommendations were proffered on how the constraints militating against the effectiveness of community projects can be solved. These include the financial base of CBOs, co- ordination in the location of projects, research and feasibility studies, orientation programme, coupled with cordial relationship between the CBOs and Ilesa Local Government.
Key words: Community, projects, evaluation, constraints and sustainability.
Toyobo A. Emmanuel, Muili A. B.
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Research Article
African Journal of Estate and Property Management ISSN 2756-3308 Vol. 11 (2), pp. 001-011, February, 2023. © International Scholars Journals
Larry Williams and Kelvin Smith
Department of Real Estate, Construction Management and Quantity Surveying
University of Nairobi.
Real estate development is fraught with many uncertainties leading to serious shortages particularly of affordable housing for the majority of urban population. As a consequence, development developed a fairly innovative financing strategy – Off Plan sales. The strategy has emerged as an alternative source of finance, presenting developers with a chance to obtain funds from would-be buyers of the units in their proposed development. In spite of the huge significance of off-plan property sales and its growing popularity in the global platform, there is limited knowledge in this strategy as a financing option. The paper aims at sought to determining the challenges and constraints of off-plan property sales, as a financing strategy to the developers and as an investment to the property buyers and recommending appropriate mechanisms of enhancing it. Data was collected through a combination of different tools including questionnaires and key informant interviews. The study established that off-plan sales is an effective mode of financing real estate development since it generates significant savings on the cost of development, mainly through savings on interest to the tune ofbetween 4% - 8.5% of the total cost of development. In the end, it emerged that the success of financing through off plan sales requires among others: establishment of an optimal mix in financing options; careful planning; early and vigorous marketing of the development;pre-qualification of potential off-plan buyers; the need for due diligence by buyers prior to purchase of the off-plan units; and the need for legal framework regulating off-plan sales.
Key words: Off- plan, finance, real estate, investors, and buyers.
Larry Williams, Kelvin Smith
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Research Article
African Journal of Estate and Property Management ISSN: 2756-3308 Vol. 10 (1), pp. 001-006, January, 2023. © International Scholars Journals
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How can traditional small cities contribute to sustainable development?
Zohreh Fanni
Department of Urban Geography, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran. E-mail: [email protected].
Accepted 15 October, 2022
Abstract
In this article the author intends to examine the relationship between development and population growth, land use and local planning in small cities in Iran. The main local challenges in Iran, such as the overuse of space and natural resources, unsustainable human settlement and the lack of due attention to cultural-historical heritage, are often the results of the imbalance between development and the above issues. In line with the results of previous and current studies (Fanni, 2003, 2006) concerning three small thinly populated cities in Khuzestan Province, Iran, it has been found that they are capable of providing employment opportunities, especially for their own citizens. Also, the author intends to study how this urban scale center can contribute to a balanced distribution of population and consumption patterns of goods and foodstuff, transportation and information processes. This study, which is based on library research and fieldwork, focuses on three small cities in Khuzestan Province in Southwest Iran.
Key words: Sustainable development, local planning, population growth, urban problems, small cities.
Zohreh Fanni
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